Nishimeya Village, part of Nakatsugaru District in Aomori Prefecture, is located in the southwest. It borders Akita Prefecture and boasts a diverse natural environment, including mountain ranges, rivers, and dams. Ceremonies to pray for a good harvest are held at Nyuhogataki Falls. The Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains, a World Heritage Site, are a primeval forest covered entirely in beech trees. Because the natural environment has remained unchanged since ancient times, it is home to many rare creatures, including the black woodpecker. Visit the Shirakami-Sanchi Visitor Center to learn more about the history of the Shirakami Mountains and the animals that live there. Living in Nishimeya Village, Nakatsugaru District, allows you to live side by side with nature.